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Nordlicht 1 and 2 wind farms, German

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4th July 2025

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Nordlicht 1 and 2 wind farms.

Location
North of the island of Borkum, in the German North Sea.

Project Owner/s
European energy company Vattenfall.

Project Description
The Nordlicht wind cluster will have a net capacity of more than 1.6 GW. The project consists of two separate sites: Nordlicht 1, which will be Germany’s largest offshore wind farm when completed, with a capacity estimated at 980 MW; and Nordlicht 2, which will have a capacity of 630 MW.

Both wind farms will feature wind turbines towers partially manufactured from low-emission steel, reducing their overall carbon footprint by 16%.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
Not stated.

Planned Start/End Date
The construction of Nordlicht 1 is scheduled to start in 2026. According to the current state of planning, the wind turbines for Nordlicht 1 are expected to be installed in 2027 and the wind farm is expected to be fully operational in 2028.

Latest Developments
The final investment decision for Nordlicht 2 has been made on a conditional basis, pending the receipt of the necessary permit. 

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Vestas (supply, installation, and commissioning of wind turbines).

Contact Details for Project Information
Vattenfall, tel +46 8 739 5000.

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Senior Deputy Editor

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